Upcoming Events

This year the annual Live United Luncheon will focus on highlighting our commitment to community resilience and the impacts made through our collaborative partnerships. This is a highly anticipated and well-attended event. For the past 3 years, it has been sold-out.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Tracey Greene Washington, Author of the award winning book: “Choosing Purposeful Alignment: The Messy Middle of Transformation” and the new book, "ReSet."

The United Way Annual Meeting serves as a cornerstone event for reflecting on our achievements, recognizing our supporters, and setting the vision for the year ahead. It’s a time to celebrate the collective impact of our community and strengthen our resolve to address pressing local needs.

Purpose of the Meeting

• Review Progress: Share updates on the impact of campaigns and initiatives.

• Acknowledge Contributions: Recognize the efforts of donors, volunteers, and community partners.

• Plan for the Future: Discuss goals, priorities, and strategies for the coming year.

Strong organizations know how to use data not only to meet funder requirements but also to learn and improve. Data can tell the story of progress, highlight areas for growth, and guide strategic decision making. This session includes case studies and hands on exercises that help organizations move beyond basic reporting to apply data as a tool for continuous learning and improvement. Participants will learn how to:

• Collect and interpret meaningful data

• Use data to refine programming and strengthen outcomes

• Communicate results clearly to stakeholders and funde

Compelling stories can inspire action, influence funders, and unite communities. This session offers guidance on how to transform program experiences and outcomes into narratives that connect emotionally and strategically. Participants will practice crafting stories, share examples with peers, and explore how to align storytelling with fundraising and advocacy efforts. They will learn how to:

• Identify and craft authentic stories that reflect organizational mission and values

• Use storytelling to demonstrate impact and outcomes for funders and donors

• Strengthen advocacy efforts by connecting individual stories to broader community needs

• Engage staff, volunteers, and community members as storytellers and ambassadors

• Incorporate storytelling into fundraising campaigns, presentations, and digital media

There is a new twist on the United Way of Forsyth County's signature gala. In celebration of the United Way of Forsyth County's 103rd anniversary and Union Station's 100th anniversary - we are celebrating in Roaming 20's style.